Makers Festival SA

Makers Festival SA Africa’s first festival of creativity,
craftsmanship & community. Create. Connect.

Makers, live demos, food, music
& workshops for all ages.
8–9 Nov 2025 | The Ostrich Cape Town
Craft.

🔥 MAKER SPOTLIGHTl  #1 🔥This one was an absolute crowd-favourite.DIY with Elle turned a simple plank of wood into a serv...
29/11/2025

🔥 MAKER SPOTLIGHTl #1 🔥



This one was an absolute crowd-favourite.
DIY with Elle turned a simple plank of wood into a serving tray with paint, handles and a whole lot of confidence — and showed our guests exactly how to do the same.

From measuring to drilling to assembling something you actually want to display, Elle showed everyone that great things start with simple skills and the courage to try.

Thank you, Elle — your energy, creativity and passion for teaching made this workshop unforgettable. Can’t wait to see you at the next one.

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Hands dirty. Hearts full.Wow, what a weekend, Makers!The very first Makers Festival was everything we dreamed of, laught...
12/11/2025

Hands dirty. Hearts full.
Wow, what a weekend, Makers!

The very first Makers Festival was everything we dreamed of, laughter, learning, and a whole lot of creating.

Now that the dust (and sawdust!) has settled, we’d love to hear from you. Your feedback helps us make next year even better, and you could WIN a free Makers Festival T-shirt + cap!

👉 Tap the link in bio to share your thoughts.

With full hearts and filthy hands,
The Makers Festival Team

Special thanks to for making this possible!

Workshop Update for Sunday!We’ve made a small change to make things fairer and smoother for everyone:➡️ No more name lis...
08/11/2025

Workshop Update for Sunday!
We’ve made a small change to make things fairer and smoother for everyone:
➡️ No more name lists at the tents.
➡️ It’s now first come, first serve for all workshops.

So grab your coffee, and head straight to the tent for the sessions you want most. Let’s make the final day of Makers Festival 2025 the best one yet!

Grab your spectator tickets online or at the gate for a creative Sunday Funday! TICKET LINK IN BIO

The gates are open! Day 1 of Makers Festival. We are excited to be here and even more excited to share this experience w...
08/11/2025

The gates are open! Day 1 of Makers Festival. We are excited to be here and even more excited to share this experience with you!

🎟️You can still get your ticket online or at the gate 🙌

📍Find us at The Ostrich, 8 - 9 Nov

Tomorrow it begins! Makers Festival kicks off at The Ostrich, and here’s your Workshop ScheduleExpect:25+ Makers sharing...
07/11/2025

Tomorrow it begins! Makers Festival kicks off at The Ostrich, and here’s your Workshop Schedule

Expect:
25+ Makers sharing their skills
Demos, Activations & Panel Discussions all day
Food trucks & live evening music
Mini Makers zone for the kids
Market stalls packed with locally made treasures

🎟 Don’t have a ticket yet? No worries, you can still buy online or get yours at the gate!

📍 The Ostrich, Cape Town
🗓 8–9 November | Gates open at 8am

👉 Swipe to see the full workshop schedule and plan your creative adventure. Tag your crew - who are you making with this weekend?

Special thanks to for making this possible!

It’s not too late to get your tickets for Makers Festival this weekend.You can book online now at makersfestival.co.za o...
06/11/2025

It’s not too late to get your tickets for Makers Festival this weekend.

You can book online now at makersfestival.co.za or buy your ticket at the gate on the day.

Not sure if you want to join a workshop yet?
Grab a Spectator Pass to enjoy the food, music, live demos and creative energy around the venue.

If inspiration strikes, you can upgrade your pass at the Info & Merch Stand to join any available workshop.

Choose from 20+ workshops including pottery, tufting, resin art, weaving, leatherwork, lino printing and more. Each one is beginner friendly and you’ll take your finished piece home.

The Mini Makers Zone is open all weekend for kids to enjoy safe, supervised sessions like tie-dye, clay play and candle making while parents explore their own creative side.

🎟️ Book now or buy at the gate
🗓️ 8–9 November | The Ostrich, Cape Town
📍 Just 20 minutes from the city

04/11/2025
This weekend, the sound of Makers Festival is powered by women.An all-female lineup of local artists takes the stage, so...
03/11/2025

This weekend, the sound of Makers Festival is powered by women.
An all-female lineup of local artists takes the stage, soulful, strong, and full of heart.

Ease into Saturday with ’s warm morning groove, pause for .musician ’s voice that will stop you mid-conversation, and stay for ’s golden-hour acoustic session that feels like home.

On Sunday, .solimene opens with calm and closes with grace, ending the weekend on a note of magic.

Come for the making. Stay for the music.
Every hour has its rhythm. Every set, a story.

At Makers Festival, we’re all about creativity, community and having a great time together. We also take your safety ser...
02/11/2025

At Makers Festival, we’re all about creativity, community and having a great time together. We also take your safety seriously.
To make sure everyone enjoys the weekend responsibly, please take note of the following workshop guidelines:

• No alcohol is permitted during any workshop sessions.
• Once your session is done, you’re free to celebrate with a drink.
• If you’ve already had a drink, please enjoy the rest of the festival as a spectator. For safety reasons, you won’t be able to join any workshops for the remainder of the day.
• Spectators are welcome to enjoy the bar, market, demos, panel talks and live music throughout the day.
• You’re welcome to upgrade your Spectator Pass to a Full-Day Workshop Pass at the entrance or at the Info & Merch Stand inside the festival. Once upgraded, head to the tent of your choice and secure your spot early as spaces are limited.

These guidelines help ensure a safe, creative and enjoyable experience for everyone. Thank you for your cooperation.

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Cape Town
7439

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